Textbook Problem

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What is the geometry about a carbon atom that is bonded to four other atoms through single bonds?

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The geometry of a carbon atom is to be defined.

Concept introduction:

Carbon is a chemical element having atomic number $6$, and is represented by $\text{C}$. Carbon is considered nonmetallic and tetravalent, and it pertains to group $14$ of the periodic table.

Explanation of Solution

Each atom of four different atoms shares a pair of electrons with the carbon atom in order to form a single covalent bond...